1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Continental | 2009 Acura CSX | |
Make | Bentley | Acura |
Model | Continental | CSX |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |